Program

FWF Wittgenstein Award

Funds a top Austrian individual science award for researchers showing exceptional international leadership and original contributions.

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About

FWF Wittgenstein Award is FWF (Austrian Science Fund)'s highest-value individual research prize and one of Austria's most prestigious basic-research awards. It recognises outstanding researchers in any discipline for a record of international standing and major contributions to their field, with selection by nomination rather than self-application.

Each award is worth €2 million, the programme ru…

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Grants under FWF Wittgenstein Award

Each grant below is a distinct funding opportunity with its own eligibility, scope, and deliverables.

FWF Wittgenstein Award

Open

Supports internationally recognized researchers in Austria through high-impact, curiosity-driven research fellowships.

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Last verified: 29 May 2026Source: www.fwf.ac.at